Gambling

GoCardless Signs Agreement to Acquire Nuapay

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Friday, March 15, 2024

GoCardless , the bank payment company, has signed an agreement to acquire Sentenial Ltd, operating globally under the Nuapay brand, from EML Payments Limited (ASX: EML) subject to regulatory approvals.

Key Points: 
  • GoCardless , the bank payment company, has signed an agreement to acquire Sentenial Ltd, operating globally under the Nuapay brand, from EML Payments Limited (ASX: EML) subject to regulatory approvals.
  • In addition, by incorporating Nuapay’s offering into its bank payment platform, GoCardless will fast-track the rollout of new disbursement capabilities to its customers and prospects.
  • This will enable GoCardless to unlock new vertical sectors and use cases in areas including payroll, financial services, utilities, insurance, gaming and gambling.
  • Hiroki Takeuchi, co-founder and CEO of GoCardless, said: “Nuapay is an established account-to-account payment provider and open banking specialist with a blue chip customer base.

ESPN BET Launches in North Carolina

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Monday, March 11, 2024

ESPN BET, the official sportsbook of ESPN, launched today in North Carolina as the state’s legal sports betting market opened.

Key Points: 
  • ESPN BET, the official sportsbook of ESPN, launched today in North Carolina as the state’s legal sports betting market opened.
  • ESPN BET, operated by PENN Entertainment (“PENN”) (Nasdaq: PENN), is now live in 18 states.
  • “We’re thrilled to bring ESPN BET to North Carolina, which marks the first new state launch under our ESPN partnership,” said Jay Snowden, CEO and President of PENN Entertainment.
  • We commend the North Carolina State Lottery Commission and all of the stakeholders involved in establishing this new legal sports betting market.”
    "Launching ESPN BET for North Carolina fans is a pivotal moment," said Mike Morrison, Vice President of ESPN BET and ESPN Fantasy.

Caesars Sportsbook Expands Mobile Wagering Statewide in North Carolina

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Monday, March 11, 2024

After becoming the first sportsbook to offer mobile sports wagering in North Carolina on Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Tribal Lands and at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort and Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel , Caesars Sportsbook is now accepting mobile sports wagers across the Tar Heel State.

Key Points: 
  • After becoming the first sportsbook to offer mobile sports wagering in North Carolina on Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Tribal Lands and at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort and Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel , Caesars Sportsbook is now accepting mobile sports wagers across the Tar Heel State.
  • The full launch of Caesars Sportsbook, the premier sports betting platform operated by Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) (“Caesars”), builds on the longstanding partnership between Caesars and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
  • Caesars Entertainment remains committed to emphasizing Responsible Gaming education as Caesars Sportsbook expands into more jurisdictions.
  • This 21 and older policy applies to all sports wagering operations conducted by Caesars Sportsbook in North Carolina, including on the Caesars Sportsbook app and at both Caesars destinations in the state.

Horseplay: A Revolutionary Integration of Live Horse Racing and Digital Gaming

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

LOS ANGELES, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today marks the launch of Horseplay, a digital entertainment destination with a unique business model leveraging live horse racing results that correlate to gameplay outcomes.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today marks the launch of Horseplay, a digital entertainment destination with a unique business model leveraging live horse racing results that correlate to gameplay outcomes.
  • Horseplay is a first-of-its-kind gaming experience that allows users to place live horse race bets, and then play various games to see how much they won.
  • Horseplay is founded by David Marshall, CEO, and Russell Fine, President both pioneers of live, online pari-mutuel wagering on horse racing whose previous company Youbet.com sold to Churchill Downs.
  • The game is strictly entertainment as all the winnings are based on the actual results of the customers' live horse race bets.

The Lottery of the Future: How digital technology will transform experience and impact

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

LUCERNE, Switzerland, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Growing demands for businesses to demonstrate that they are purposeful, accountable and worthy of trust will combine with new digital technologies to transform the experience and impact of lotteries in the coming decade, according to a new report published today by Allwyn, the leading multi-national lottery operator. Global lottery sales are expected to grow to more than half a trillion US Dollars by 2035, and by more than 40% compared with 2025, according to H2 Gambling Capital.

Key Points: 
  • Working with The Future Laboratory, a strategic foresight consultancy, Allwyn has produced the industry's first in-depth analysis of the future lottery experience.
  • In The Future of Lottery: A Game for Change, experts say that lotteries are well positioned to meet the expectations of the consumers of 2035.
  • The report outlines a number of ways in which lotteries could innovate to improve the player experience.
  • Multi-national lottery operators have the opportunity to build links and communities between players and causes that transcend traditional geographic boundaries.

The Lottery of the Future: How digital technology will transform experience and impact

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

LUCERNE, Switzerland, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Growing demands for businesses to demonstrate that they are purposeful, accountable and worthy of trust will combine with new digital technologies to transform the experience and impact of lotteries in the coming decade, according to a new report published today by Allwyn, the leading multi-national lottery operator. Global lottery sales are expected to grow to more than half a trillion US Dollars by 2035, and by more than 40% compared with 2025, according to H2 Gambling Capital.

Key Points: 
  • Working with The Future Laboratory, a strategic foresight consultancy, Allwyn has produced the industry's first in-depth analysis of the future lottery experience.
  • In The Future of Lottery: A Game for Change, experts say that lotteries are well positioned to meet the expectations of the consumers of 2035.
  • The report outlines a number of ways in which lotteries could innovate to improve the player experience.
  • Multi-national lottery operators have the opportunity to build links and communities between players and causes that transcend traditional geographic boundaries.

The Most 420-Friendly Cities - Upgraded Points Study Highlights Top U.S. Destinations for Cannabis Enthusiasts

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Upgraded Points recently offered another compelling data study, this time revealing the evolving landscape of U.S. cannabis tourism. Highlighting destinations where travelers can freely enjoy cannabis-friendly accommodations, the analysis pinpoints the top cities in states where recreational marijuana use is legal. Ultimately revealing the most welcoming locales and the best value for weed tourism, the study is a crucial guide to helping travelers blend wanderlust with weed-friendly experiences.

Key Points: 
  • Highlighting destinations where travelers can freely enjoy cannabis-friendly accommodations, the analysis pinpoints the top cities in states where recreational marijuana use is legal.
  • "Accommodating destinations reflect a broader shift towards more cannabis culture within the travel industry."
  • Columbus's Cannabis Culture: With lodgings averaging $128 a night, this city combines riverside views and unique architecture in its cannabis tourism.
  • Check out a detailed ranking of all 50 cities, including the most affordable 420-friendly rentals, and other 420-friendly facts by visiting the full study online .

IGT Introduces Compelling Core Video and Class II Games for Tribal Casinos at Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention 2024

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

LONDON, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that it will showcase its performance-focused portfolio of games and solutions for tribal casinos at the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention ("IGA") 2024, April 9-11 in Anaheim, Calif. Under the theme "We've Got Game," IGT's booth #536 will feature a compelling array of gaming solutions designed to engage players and drive growth.

Key Points: 
  • In addition to showcasing products and services at IGA 2024, IGT will host the annual Spirit of Sovereignty Slot Tournament, which benefits tribal youth through tribal college scholarships and reservation-based youth programming.
  • Key products and services in IGT's IGA 2024 booth will include:
    Performance-Proven Core Video Game Portfolio: With a leading portrait screen cabinet in the market, IGT will showcase its latest portfolio of core video games on Peak-family hardware.
  • Anchored by the Magic Treasures™, Rising Rockets, Split 'N Win Link and Pirate Link ™ games, IGT's core video portfolio reflects market trends and player preferences.
  • IGA attendees can also enjoy new Class II IGT games such as Magic Treasures, Twin Win™, and Shadow of the Panther™.

Leaflet Casino: The Ultimate Resource for Canadian Casino Enthusiasts

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

MONTRÉAL, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At LeafletCasino.com , experts aim to provide the best of everything about the Canadian casino industry.

Key Points: 
  • MONTRÉAL, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At LeafletCasino.com , experts aim to provide the best of everything about the Canadian casino industry.
  • As a result, they are a go-to resource for any Canadian seeking reliable and exciting gaming.
  • At the helm of LeafletCasino.com is Julia Abrams, a distinguished figure in the iGaming industry.
  • She has over a decade of experience specializing in gambling and casino evaluations.

Sports Betting Market size to grow by USD 143.73 billion from 2023-2027, Market growth at 10.09% CAGR expected during the forecast period, Technavio

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Monday, March 25, 2024

By geography, the global sports betting market is segmented into APAC, Europe, North America, South America, and Middle East and Africa.

Key Points: 
  • By geography, the global sports betting market is segmented into APAC, Europe, North America, South America, and Middle East and Africa.
  • The report provides actionable insights and estimates the contribution of all regions to the growth of the global sports betting market.
  • Pure Win emerges as a significant player in the online sports betting market, capitalizing on the fastest growing market segment.
  • The Global Horse and Sports Betting Market size is estimated to grow by USD 171.87 million accelerating at a CAGR of 9.64% between 2023 and 2027.